onboarding

Guide new developers through Go project setup, architecture, and key files.

5|2|Updated Mar 20, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/srnichols/plan-forge --skill onboarding-srnichols
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Skill: onboarding
Source: https://github.com/srnichols/plan-forge/tree/main/presets/go/.github/skills/onboarding
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/srnichols/plan-forge --skill onboarding-srnichols

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the challenge of onboarding new developers by providing a comprehensive guide to project setup, architecture, and key files, reducing the time to proficiency and ensuring a consistent understanding of the codebase.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Project Setup Guidance: Step-by-step instructions for setting up the development environment.
  • Architecture Overview: Explains project structure, key files, and data flow.
  • Key Files Tour: Walks through important Go files, including module configuration and testing.
  • Pipeline Tour: Details the Plan Forge pipeline and team workflows.
  • First Task Guidance: Suggests an appropriate first task for new developers.
  • Onboarding Report: Provides a summary of the onboarding status.

Quick Start

Run the onboarding skill to get started with the project.

Frequently Asked Questions about onboarding

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I set up a new developer environment for a Go project?

To set up a Go project, you need a comprehensive guide covering environment configuration, architecture overviews, and key file explanations to ensure a consistent onboarding experience. This approach walks new developers through module configuration and testing setup step-by-step.

What is the best way to understand a new Go codebase?

Understanding a Go codebase requires an architecture overview that explains project structure, data flow, and key files. A guided tour of important Go files including module configuration and testing components reduces time to proficiency and ensures consistent codebase understanding.

Can I get a suggested first task for developer training in a new codebase?

Yes, developer training can include suggested first tasks for new developers. Providing appropriate initial tasks alongside pipeline tours and team workflow explanations accelerates onboarding and helps developers apply their codebase understanding practically.

Does this onboarding guidance cover team workflows and pipeline architecture?

Onboarding guidance covers pipeline architecture and team workflows by detailing the Plan Forge pipeline. It explains project structure, data flow, and team workflows alongside key file tours to provide a complete understanding of development processes.

How do I generate an onboarding status report for new developers?

You can generate an onboarding report that provides a summary of the onboarding status. This report tracks developer setup progress, environment configuration completion, and familiarity with key project files to ensure consistent onboarding experiences.